THE CONSTITUTION OF THE STATE OF MONTANA

ARTICLE II. DECLARATION OF RIGHTS

Part II. DECLARATION OF RIGHTS

Inalienable Rights

Section 3. Inalienable rights. All persons are born free and have certain inalienable rights. They include the right to a clean and healthful environment and the rights of pursuing life's basic necessities, enjoying and defending their lives and liberties, acquiring, possessing and protecting property, and seeking their safety, health and happiness in all lawful ways. In enjoying these rights, all persons recognize corresponding responsibilities.